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Engineering is more than design and delivery at Zutari; it is the craft of shaping possibility.

As a leading buildings, infrastructure engineering, and advisory practice with over 90 years of heritage across Africa and the Middle East, we work across the full infrastructure lifecycle to deliver innovative, digitally enabled solutions. From bridges and dams to energy systems and smart infrastructure, our work connects communities and unlocks long-term value.

We are looking for technical minds who see beyond constraints and are driven to engineer solutions that matter, today and for generations to come.

What kind of talent do we pursue?
We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Geometric Design Engineers to build on our capabilities within the Transport Africa Design Centre. Successful candidates will provide technical leadership in the planning, design, and delivery of road and transportation infrastructure projects across Africa and the Middle East.

Working within a multidisciplinary and digital engineering environment, you will be responsible for developing safe, sustainable, and innovative engineering solutions, managing projects from concept through to detailed design, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and best practices.

This role offers the opportunity to lead complex infrastructure projects, engage with clients and stakeholders, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to the successful delivery of high-quality engineering outcomes. The successful candidate will also mentor and develop junior engineers, support best practice in digital design workflows, and help drive innovation across the Roads business.

Role responsibilities

• As a senior engineering resource, you will join the Roads team within our Transport Africa Design Centre, playing a leadership role in the engineering design and modelling of road related infrastructure to provide high quality, innovative design solutions in a digital environment
• With a focus on infrastructure projects in Africa and the Middle East, we are actively recruiting for those passionate about working collaboratively on projects in an international environment and building on technical knowledge
• You will need to demonstrate a genuine interest in making a difference in our business, to the wider community and providing a winning service to our clients
• You will be expected to take on a leadership role on projects managing quality, project outcomes and client satisfaction
• You will need to provide innovative design solutions through a safe systems design approach
• You will need to engage your skills in a digital environment across diverse design, analysis and modelling software from either the Bentley suite (Microstation, OpenRoads Designer) and/or AutoDesk suite (AutoCAD, Civil 3D)
• You will be expected to continuously improve your own technical capability whilst also guiding, mentoring and teaching younger, less experienced team members
• Work in an engaging, flexible, and collaborative way with colleagues and clients across Africa, South Africa and the Middle East.

Minimum requirements

• Relevant qualification (BEng, BSc or BTech) in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration with (COREN) The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria.
• Minimum 6 years' experience in the geometric design of roads and highways within a consulting engineering environment.
• Proven project management experience, with a successful track record of delivering projects and achieving desired outcomes.
• Strong technical expertise in geometric design and highway engineering.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to develop practical and innovative solutions.
• Proficiency in 3D road modelling and design software, with experience in OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D being highly advantageous
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a professional, confident, and collaborative approach.

The ideal candidate will have skills and competencies in:

• Geometric Road Design
• Highway Engineering
• Project Management
• Client Relationship Management
• 3D Design Modelling (OpenRoads Designer/Civil 3D)
• Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
• Technical Leadership
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Communication and Collaboration
• Quality and Deliverables Management
• OpenRoads Designer
• Civil 3D
• 3D Modelling and Digital Engineering
• Road Corridor Modelling
• Drainage Design and Modelling
• Utility Coordination and Modelling
• Design Standards and Codes Compliance
• Engineering Analysis and Reporting
• Multidisciplinary Design Coordination
• Quality Assurance and Design Review